Difficult to do, yet doable (Great Vehicle Samantabhadra Bodhisattva)

Author: Xu Ming
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: This book is one of the textual introductions to the Four Great Bodhisattvas of Chinese Buddhism in the series of Buddhist cultural publications. It is a companion piece to the already published Infinite Guanyin and the upcoming Manjusri Bodhisattva and Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva. The book is divided into seven chapters:
1. The Great Practice Bodhisattva Samantabhadra—The Name, Origin, Practice, and Status of Samantabhadra Bodhisattva
2. The Universe Has an End, but the Vows Are Boundless—The Scriptures of Samantabhadra Bodhisattva and His Great Practice Thought
3. Countless Means to Lead the Lost—The Beliefs and Rituals of Samantabhadra Bodhisattva
4. Manifesting in Billions to Transform Beings—The Manifestations of Samantabhadra Bodhisattva
5. Samantabhadra in the Streets and Alleys—Samantabhadra in Ming and Qing Novels
6. Noble and Elegant, Seated on a Six-Tusked Elephant—The Paintings and Statues of Samantabhadra Bodhisattva
7. Famous Mountains Are Full of Scenic Spots—Temples, Pagodas, and Famous Landmarks of Samantabhadra Bodhisattva. The main text of the book contains 62,000 words and includes 148 illustrations. The title was inscribed by Venerable Yongshou, Vice President of the China Buddhist Association and abbot of Mount Emei.
The author is highly skilled in the research of Buddhist classics, extensively collecting and citing sources. He offers unique insights into the formation of the Four Great Sacred Sites of Chinese Buddhism and the formation and influence of the belief in Samantabhadra, one of the Four Great Bodhisattvas of China. The language is simple and accessible. The book is published in large 32-page format with color printing, featuring exquisite and elegant illustrations that complement the text. It serves as an accessible read for those interested in Buddhist cultural research and the appreciation of tourism culture.